<p><br> A look through the formation known as North Window gives a view of Turret Arch and the hint of a rainbow. Arches National Park contains more than 2,000 natural arches—the greatest concentration in the U.S.</p>

Turret Arch in Arches National Park


A look through the formation known as North Window gives a view of Turret Arch and the hint of a rainbow. Arches National Park contains more than 2,000 natural arches—the greatest concentration in the U.S.

Photograph by Tom Bean, Alamy

Photos: Utah's National Parks

The rocks of Utah's Colorado Plateau—colorful and relatively easily eroded—compose some of the most beautiful scenery found in North America. See more in this photo gallery.

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